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Additive manufacturing (AM) is increasingly being used to produce final parts, yet many companies still resist adopting the technology. It can be difficult to transition from prototyping to small or even large batch production, especially if a company lacks AM…

Lightweighting, or the concept that lighter cars can achieve better fuel efficiency, battery range, acceleration, braking and handling, is one of the biggest trends in automobile manufacturing today. But challenges remain, notably when it comes to combining materials to take…

Artificial intelligence is becoming an integral part of our daily lives, whether we welcome it or not. Its ability to optimize workflows, predict outcomes, and adapt in real-time is driving innovation across industries—including additive manufacturing. Companies like Nike have leveraged…

Milk fever is a widespread problem in agriculture that can have considerable economic and health consequences for cows and farms. One of the most common metabolic diseases in dairy cattle, in one study, milk fever was estimated to affect 50%…

2024 saw the rise of many groundbreaking startups leveraging additive manufacturing—but which one stands out above the rest? We featured a remarkable company each month, showcasing innovations ranging from personalized medical solutions to transformative manufacturing techniques. In December, we introduced…

According to a report from official Chinese military media, China’s People’s Liberation Army (PLA) is now said to have used technologies such as 3D printing and drones to test remote weapons maintenance. One exercise aimed to 3D print parts and…

In recent years, many university research projects have been developing multifunctional materials through additive manufacturing. In the medical field, for example, it is important to create fabrics capable of regenerating organs or bone structures and design advanced biomedical devices. At…

With 2024 behind us, it is time to look ahead to see what innovation is to come. For a while, 3D printing companies have had their sights set on space, and Madison Feehan’s company Space Copy is certainly looking to…

Amazon is undoubtedly one of the world’s largest e-commerce platforms, with hundreds of thousands of products, from books to furniture to fashion accessories and…3D printers. The company is in fact a major distributor of 3D equipment, offering different technologies and…

Traumatic limb amputation affects over 50 million people globally. Many opt to adopt prostheses, but integrating them into daily life can be a challenging journey, filled with both physical and emotional hurdles. These devices significantly influence the way individuals engage…

German aerospace start-up POLARIS Spaceplanes, based in Bremen, has achieved a key milestone by successfully testing a 3D printed Aerospike rocket engine. This achievement highlights the growing importance of 3D printing technology in the aerospace sector. During the tests, the…

The inner ear, especially the cochlea, remains one of the most challenging areas to address in medicine due to its intricate anatomy and limited accessibility. This presents significant hurdles in treating hearing loss (including hyperacusis) and other inner ear disorders.…